Cherchez la Femme Revisited
The field of retina has made significant strides when it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion since Julia A. Haller, MD, penned her inspirational 2015 JAMA Ophthalmology editorial, Cherchez la Femme. The ever-growing body of research on this topic stands as a testament to her commitment to understanding the gaps in diversity, particularly in terms of gender differences in leadership positions. Adrienne W. Scott, MD, and Steven Sanislo, MD, sit down with Dr. Haller to discuss the state of affairs in retina and just how far we have come—and how much is left to do. How are we doing in terms of representation on the podium? How does diversity among retina specialists affect patient care? Why is it important to look for diversity when designing an ad board or conference agenda? What drove Dr. Haller to pursue a career in a traditionally male-dominated field? Check out this episode to hear what Dr. Haller has to say.